Scabies
Scabies really get under your skin
Signs and symptoms
- Intense itching in pubic area
- Visible tracks that the mites produce when burrowing under the skin
- Visible bite marks on the body, red spots where eggs are layed
Cure/ Treatment
- Special shampoos and cream
- Wash all cloths and bedding
- Vacuum and clean your home
Facts about Scabies
- The mite called "scabiei var hominis" that affects people is female
- Females are usually .3 to .4 mm long
- Males are half the size of females
- Scabies cannot fly or jump
- Scabies crawl rate is 2.5 cm per min.
- They become immobile at 20°C
- Scabies can last 2-3 days off the human body